Using Truveta Data, we sought to answer a few simple but timely questions: who is receiving the oral semaglutide pill in the first weeks following FDA approval, what provider types are prescribing these drugs, and are these patients new GLP-1-therapy initiators or patients switching from an existing prescription
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A RECENT study has identified a potential link between the use of semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA), and an increased risk of developing nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) or those who are overweight or obese
Minimally invasive treatments such as facial fillers can help restore volume, smooth wrinkles and lines, and enhance facial features
Final thoughts If youre reading this because youre considering GLP-1 therapy, or already using it and want a more comprehensive approach, here are key take-aways: GLP-1s can be powerful tools for glycemic control and weight/metabolic healthbut they carry side-effects and nutrient risks
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